Davis-Stevenson Bout Discussions Intensify Amid Controversial Contract Allegations

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Gervonta Davis has become the focus of renewed discussions within boxing circles following an apparent challenge by him to Shakur Stevenson. After months of tension between Terence Crawford and Davis over money matters, attention now turns towards Stevenson – his protege and one of boxing’s rising talents.

After their failed negotiations for a fight with Vasyl Lomachenko last year, Davis and Stevenson appeared on the cusp of agreeing a fight, sparking excitement among fans. Unfortunately, it did not materialise, with each fighter going on to face different opponents instead. When Davis accused Stevenson of dodging their fight offer by sending one which went ignored by Stevenson; Stevenson responded strongly against these accusations on social media, leading to heated exchanges on this platform and other.

A provocative message from Davis was brought to light through a tweet by @dantheboxingman, showing Davis in a fervent claim that he had indeed sent a contract to Stevenson, who then chose to explore other fights. Stevenson, on the other hand, stood firm on his assertion that no contract had been received, dismissing Davis’s claim.

As tensions among fighters escalate, Davis will meet Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1, an adjustment from their original December date. Stevenson had intended on fighting Joe Cordina at first but due to a hand injury it had to be cancelled on the beterbiev-Bivol card itself and William Zepeda became unavailable; therefore Floyd Schofield will take place as Stevenson’s opponent for February 22 on beterbiev-Bivol 2.

Davis-Stevenson’s ongoing feud, complete with claims and counterclaims about an apparent contract, continues to fascinate boxing fans worldwide and add an extra level of drama and intrigue into their sport.